Marvel's Cosmic Comics: Star Wars, John Carter, ROM, Micronauts, and Beyond!http://comicbooktimemachine.com/category/marvel-sci-fi-and-fantasy/
Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.Sat, 10 Feb 2018 07:12:19 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.5Using Star Wars as a guideline, this podcast explores, month by month, comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.<br />
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Comics covered include (or will include): Star Wars, Jack Kirby's 2001: A Space Odyssey, Logan's Run, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, The Human Fly, The Man from Atlantis, Marvel Movie Specials, ROM: Spaceknight, Micronauts, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, Doctor Who, and much much more!<br />
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This feed is a sub feed of the Comic Book Time Machine. Each cover date month that is covered here is a longer episode in the regular Comic Book Time Machine feed.Ben AveryBen Averybenavery@mac.combenavery@mac.com (Ben Avery)Ben AveryMarvel's Licensed Sci-Fi and Fantasy Comics During the Star Wars EraMarvel's Cosmic Comics: Star Wars, John Carter, ROM, Micronauts, and Beyond!http://strangersandaliens.com/cbtimemachine/wp-content/Art/MSFFart.jpghttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/category/marvel-sci-fi-and-fantasy/
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away71608505Battlestar Galactica Marvel Super Special! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, January 1979) – MCC112http://comicbooktimemachine.com/battlestar-galactica-marvel-super-special-bens-bullpen-bulletin-january-1979-mcc112/
Sat, 30 Dec 2017 04:29:03 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=971http://comicbooktimemachine.com/battlestar-galactica-marvel-super-special-bens-bullpen-bulletin-january-1979-mcc112/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/battlestar-galactica-marvel-super-special-bens-bullpen-bulletin-january-1979-mcc112/feed/0The coverage of Marvel’s licensed books from January 1979 ends here as we take a peek at the ads and company promo items from this month and then take a look at the treasury sized edition of Marvel’s adaptation of Battlestar Galactica in Marvel Super Special #8!The coverage of Marvel’s licensed books from January 1979 ends here as we take a peek at the ads and company promo items from this month and then take a look at the treasury sized edition of Marvel’s adaptation of Battlestar Galactica in Marvel Super Special #8!
]]>The coverage of Marvel’s licensed books from January 1979 ends here as we take a peek at the ads and company promo items from this month and then take a look at the treasury sized edition of Marvel’s adaptation of Battlestar Galactica in Marvel Super S...The coverage of Marvel’s licensed books from January 1979 ends here as we take a peek at the ads and company promo items from this month and then take a look at the treasury sized edition of Marvel’s adaptation of Battlestar Galactica in Marvel Super Special #8!Ben Avery25:49971“Battle at the Bottom of the World” (John Carter, Warlord of Mars #20, January 1979) – MCC111http://comicbooktimemachine.com/battle-at-the-bottom-of-the-world-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-20-january-1979-mcc111/
Fri, 04 Aug 2017 09:35:24 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=931http://comicbooktimemachine.com/battle-at-the-bottom-of-the-world-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-20-january-1979-mcc111/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/battle-at-the-bottom-of-the-world-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-20-january-1979-mcc111/feed/0The fifth chapter in Chris Claremont's "Master Assassin of Mars" continues here as John Carter fights a war for the very people who are making it so he cannot leave their underground world. But he plans to leave and he's taking Dejah Thoris with him...if only he can rescue her!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

The fifth chapter in Chris Claremont’s “Master Assassin of Mars” continues here as John Carter fights a war for the very people who are making it so he cannot leave their underground world. But he plans to leave and he’s taking Dejah Thoris with him…if only he can rescue her!

]]>The fifth chapter in Chris Claremont's "Master Assassin of Mars" continues here as John Carter fights a war for the very people who are making it so he cannot leave their underground world. But he plans to leave and he's taking Dejah Thoris with him......The fifth chapter in Chris Claremont's "Master Assassin of Mars" continues here as John Carter fights a war for the very people who are making it so he cannot leave their underground world. But he plans to leave and he's taking Dejah Thoris with him...if only he can rescue her!Ben Avery41:02931“Fugitive in Manhattan” (Godzilla #18, January 1979) – MCC110http://comicbooktimemachine.com/fugitive-in-manhattan-godzilla-18-january-1979-mcc110/
Sun, 30 Jul 2017 04:07:30 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=925http://comicbooktimemachine.com/fugitive-in-manhattan-godzilla-18-january-1979-mcc110/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/fugitive-in-manhattan-godzilla-18-january-1979-mcc110/feed/0Godzilla is shrunk down to the size of a house cat but he's still the king of the monsters! King of the TINY monsters, but king none-the-less.Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

Godzilla is shrunk down to the size of a house cat but he’s still the king of the monsters! King of the TINY monsters, but king none-the-less.

]]>Godzilla is shrunk down to the size of a house cat but he's still the king of the monsters! King of the TINY monsters, but king none-the-less.Godzilla is shrunk down to the size of a house cat but he's still the king of the monsters! King of the TINY monsters, but king none-the-less.Ben Avery24:07925Micronauts! (The Micronauts #1, January 1979) – MCC109http://comicbooktimemachine.com/micronauts-the-micronauts-1-january-1979-mcc109/
Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:07:28 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=924http://comicbooktimemachine.com/micronauts-the-micronauts-1-january-1979-mcc109/#commentshttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/micronauts-the-micronauts-1-january-1979-mcc109/feed/1Bill Mantlo's classic run begins here! A toy line with no story is transformed into an inner-space opera epic starting with this issue: The Micronauts #1!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

Bill Mantlo’s classic run begins here! A toy line with no story is transformed into an inner-space opera epic starting with this issue: The Micronauts #1!

]]>Bill Mantlo's classic run begins here! A toy line with no story is transformed into an inner-space opera epic starting with this issue: The Micronauts #1!Bill Mantlo's classic run begins here! A toy line with no story is transformed into an inner-space opera epic starting with this issue: The Micronauts #1!Ben Avery51:30924“Photo Finish” (The Human Fly #17, January 1979) – MCC108http://comicbooktimemachine.com/photo-finish-the-human-fly-18-january-1979-mcc108/
Fri, 21 Jul 2017 10:09:33 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=912http://comicbooktimemachine.com/photo-finish-the-human-fly-18-january-1979-mcc108/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/photo-finish-the-human-fly-18-january-1979-mcc108/feed/0The theft of a little girl's camera reveals an attempt to sabotage the Human Fly's newest stunt! But what reason do the criminals have to do this? And why is the Fly going through with it? More important: is the story any good?Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

The theft of a little girl’s camera reveals an attempt to sabotage the Human Fly’s newest stunt! But what reason do the criminals have to do this? And why is the Fly going through with it? More important: is the story any good?

]]>The theft of a little girl's camera reveals an attempt to sabotage the Human Fly's newest stunt! But what reason do the criminals have to do this? And why is the Fly going through with it? More important: is the story any good?The theft of a little girl's camera reveals an attempt to sabotage the Human Fly's newest stunt! But what reason do the criminals have to do this? And why is the Fly going through with it? More important: is the story any good?Ben Avery21:34912“The Ultimate Gamble” (Star Wars #19, January 1979) – MCC107http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-ultimate-gamble-star-wars-19-january-1979-mcc107/
Sun, 16 Jul 2017 11:50:13 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=881http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-ultimate-gamble-star-wars-19-january-1979-mcc107/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-ultimate-gamble-star-wars-19-january-1979-mcc107/feed/0The death wheel in the sky keeps on turning and our team doesn't know where they'll be tomorrow! Today, however, they know they're in danger from both the Empire and the people of the space station they found themselves on, which was supposed to be a safe haven!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

The death wheel in the sky keeps on turning and our team doesn’t know where they’ll be tomorrow! Today, however, they know they’re in danger from both the Empire and the people of the space station they found themselves on, which was supposed to be a safe haven!

]]>The death wheel in the sky keeps on turning and our team doesn't know where they'll be tomorrow! Today, however, they know they're in danger from both the Empire and the people of the space station they found themselves on,The death wheel in the sky keeps on turning and our team doesn't know where they'll be tomorrow! Today, however, they know they're in danger from both the Empire and the people of the space station they found themselves on, which was supposed to be a safe haven!Ben Avery26:26881Devil Dinosaur and Machine Man Finales! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, December 1978) – MCC106http://comicbooktimemachine.com/devil-dinosaur-and-machine-man-finales-bens-bullpen-bulletin-december-1978-mcc106/
Wed, 12 Jul 2017 11:53:04 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=880http://comicbooktimemachine.com/devil-dinosaur-and-machine-man-finales-bens-bullpen-bulletin-december-1978-mcc106/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/devil-dinosaur-and-machine-man-finales-bens-bullpen-bulletin-december-1978-mcc106/feed/0Taking a look at some of the extra things going on when the comics cover dated December of 1978 were on the stands . . . like the final issues of Devil Dinosaur and Machine Man. And the FIRST issue of a new series that will be covered in our next round of Marvel's Cosmic Comics!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

Taking a look at some of the extra things going on when the comics cover dated December of 1978 were on the stands . . . like the final issues of Devil Dinosaur and Machine Man. And the FIRST issue of a new series that will be covered in our next round of Marvel’s Cosmic Comics!

]]>Taking a look at some of the extra things going on when the comics cover dated December of 1978 were on the stands . . . like the final issues of Devil Dinosaur and Machine Man. And the FIRST issue of a new series that will be covered in our next round...Taking a look at some of the extra things going on when the comics cover dated December of 1978 were on the stands . . . like the final issues of Devil Dinosaur and Machine Man. And the FIRST issue of a new series that will be covered in our next round of Marvel's Cosmic Comics!Ben Avery27:34880“The Valiant Die But Once” (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #19, November 1978) – MCC105http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-valiant-die-but-once-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-19-november-1978-mcc105/
Sun, 09 Jul 2017 11:07:53 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=887http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-valiant-die-but-once-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-19-november-1978-mcc105/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-valiant-die-but-once-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-19-november-1978-mcc105/feed/0Trapped in a strange land, John Carter and Dejah Thoris find their bonds of love tested and perhaps found lacking! John carter and a new friend also find their battle skills put to the test in a seemingly endless wave of savages!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

Trapped in a strange land, John Carter and Dejah Thoris find their bonds of love tested and perhaps found lacking! John carter and a new friend also find their battle skills put to the test in a seemingly endless wave of savages!

]]>Trapped in a strange land, John Carter and Dejah Thoris find their bonds of love tested and perhaps found lacking! John carter and a new friend also find their battle skills put to the test in a seemingly endless wave of savages!Trapped in a strange land, John Carter and Dejah Thoris find their bonds of love tested and perhaps found lacking! John carter and a new friend also find their battle skills put to the test in a seemingly endless wave of savages!Ben Avery22:53887JAWS 2 (Marvel Super Special #6) – MCC104http://comicbooktimemachine.com/jaws-2-marvel-super-special-6-mcc104/
Tue, 04 Jul 2017 14:42:11 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=878http://comicbooktimemachine.com/jaws-2-marvel-super-special-6-mcc104/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/jaws-2-marvel-super-special-6-mcc104/feed/0"Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water..." they go and make a sequel!Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

“Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water…” they go and make a sequel!

And then they also make a comic book of said sequel.

And then they give Gene Colan the art duties of the sequel.

And the adaptation of the sequel into comic book form is pretty good.

]]>"Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water..." they go and make a sequel!"Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water..." they go and make a sequel!Ben Avery37:03878“Of Lizards Great and Small” (Godzilla #17, December 1978) – MCC103http://comicbooktimemachine.com/of-lizards-great-and-small-godzilla-17-december-1978-mcc103/
Mon, 05 Jun 2017 00:04:39 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=872http://comicbooktimemachine.com/of-lizards-great-and-small-godzilla-17-december-1978-mcc103/#respondhttp://comicbooktimemachine.com/of-lizards-great-and-small-godzilla-17-december-1978-mcc103/feed/0Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. The team has a plan and does their plan and their plan is solid enough to launch us into the Genuine Godzilla Shenanigans next issue! But for this …

Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986.

The team has a plan and does their plan and their plan is solid enough to launch us into the Genuine Godzilla Shenanigans next issue!

But for this issue, we get some cheesiness. And it’s the really fun kind!

]]>Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. The team has a plan and does their plan and their plan is solid enough to launch us into the Genuine Godzilla Sh...Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. The team has a plan and does their plan and their plan is solid enough to launch us into the Genuine Godzilla Shenanigans next issue! But for this …Ben Avery25:40872“Niagara Nightmare” (Human Fly #16, December 1978) – MCC102http://comicbooktimemachine.com/niagara-nightmare-human-fly-16-december-1978-mcc102/
Mon, 29 May 2017 01:47:04 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=869The Human Fly takes on greedy businessmen and really, really careless, incompetent reporters. At Niagara Falls. And none of it is as good as it sounds.The Human Fly takes on greedy businessmen and really, really careless, incompetent reporters. At Niagara Falls. And none of it is as good as it sounds.Ben Avery13:55869“The Empire Strikes” (Star Wars #18, December 1978) – MCC101http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-empire-strikes-star-wars-18-december-1978-mcc101/
Sun, 21 May 2017 22:46:32 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=862The empire strikes! But it's not striking BACK...not yet, anyway. (And do they really strike in THIS issue? We'll talk about it.)The empire strikes! But it's not striking BACK...not yet, anyway. (And do they really strike in THIS issue? We'll talk about it.)Ben Avery31:11862“The Headmen of Mars” (John Carter Warlord of Mars Annual 2, 1978) (Ben) – MCC100 and CBTM100http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-headmen-of-mars-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-annual-2-1978-ben-mcc100-and-cbtm100/
Sun, 14 May 2017 12:13:42 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=851To celebrate 100 episodes of both the Marvel’s Cosmic Comics sub-feed AND the main feed, we cover John Carter’s 2nd annual AND John Carter’s big screen appearance! First, The Headmen of Mars, a fantastic story of horror and weirdness! Then, my review of John Carter, the movie, from a 2012 episode of …To celebrate 100 episodes of both the Marvel’s Cosmic Comics sub-feed AND the main feed, we cover John Carter’s 2nd annual AND John Carter’s big screen appearance! First, The Headmen of Mars, a fantastic story of horror and weirdness! Then,Ben Avery1:38:09851PRINCESS LEIA Issues 1-5 (Ben) – MCC099 and CBTM097http://comicbooktimemachine.com/princess-leia-issues-1-5-ben-mcc099-and-cbtm097/
Sat, 31 Dec 2016 17:24:28 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=840With news of Carrie Fisher’s passing, plans changed and Ben take a look back at the comic book mini-series that pays a fitting tribute to the character that Carrie Fisher brought to life: Princess Leia. Rebel leader, princess, and icon, Princess Leia turned the concept of “save the princess” on …With news of Carrie Fisher’s passing, plans changed and Ben take a look back at the comic book mini-series that pays a fitting tribute to the character that Carrie Fisher brought to life: Princess Leia. Rebel leader, princess, and icon,Ben Avery50:02840Ridin’ the Rails and the Dinos! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, November 1978) – MCC098http://comicbooktimemachine.com/ridin-the-rails-and-the-dinos-bens-bullpen-bulletin-november-1978-mcc097/
Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:55:30 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=825Taking a look at what else is happening at Marvel with the cover date November, 1978. Moon Boy and Devil Dinosaur take on other dino riders, while Machine Man deals with evil scientists, and some advertisements cause some excitement for what's coming to Marvel's Cosmic Comics in the near future!Taking a look at what else is happening at Marvel with the cover date November, 1978. Moon Boy and Devil Dinosaur take on other dino riders, while Machine Man deals with evil scientists, and some advertisements cause some excitement for what's coming t...Ben Avery27:37825“Meanwhile, Back in Helium” (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #18, November 1978) – MCC097http://comicbooktimemachine.com/meanwhile-back-in-helium-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-18-november-1978-mcc097/
Wed, 21 Dec 2016 01:55:30 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=824Tars Tarkas battles alone against a contender for his leadership!Tars Tarkas battles alone against a contender for his leadership!Ben Avery21:12824“The War in the Washington Monument” (The Human Fly #15, November 1978) – MCC096http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-war-in-the-washington-monument-the-human-fly-15-november-1978-mcc096/
Fri, 16 Dec 2016 12:50:27 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=819The Human Fly grapples with two Vietnam vets who have turned to terrorism to get the word out about the shoddy care wounded veterans are receiving.The Human Fly grapples with two Vietnam vets who have turned to terrorism to get the word out about the shoddy care wounded veterans are receiving.Ben Avery30:40819“The Great Godzilla Roundup” (Godzilla #16, November 1978) – MCC095http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-great-godzilla-roundup-godzilla-16-november-1978-mcc095/
Sun, 13 Nov 2016 01:56:13 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=816In part two of what could be called the "Godzilla Goes West" story arc, Godzilla proves himself to be one tough dude.In part two of what could be called the "Godzilla Goes West" story arc, Godzilla proves himself to be one tough dude.Ben Avery29:16816“Crucible” (Star Wars #17, November 1978) – MCC094http://comicbooktimemachine.com/crucible-star-wars-17-november-1978-mcc094/
Sun, 06 Nov 2016 21:44:25 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=808This month's Star Wars is a fill in issue, meant to fill in the gap for scheduling purposes as the regular team worked on the series, but also meant to fill in the gap on some of Luke Skywalker's past!This month's Star Wars is a fill in issue, meant to fill in the gap for scheduling purposes as the regular team worked on the series, but also meant to fill in the gap on some of Luke Skywalker's past!Ben Avery27:41808Machine Trees and Machine Men! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, October 1978) – MCC093http://comicbooktimemachine.com/machine-trees-and-machine-men-bens-bullpen-bulletin-october-1978-mcc093/
Fri, 04 Nov 2016 03:24:12 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=801Ben takes a peek at the ads and editorial material in the Marvel comics cover dated October, 1978 and also takes a look at two comics related to Jack Kirby's 2001: A Space Odyssey: Machine Man #7 and Devil Dinosaur #7.Ben takes a peek at the ads and editorial material in the Marvel comics cover dated October, 1978 and also takes a look at two comics related to Jack Kirby's 2001: A Space Odyssey: Machine Man #7 and Devil Dinosaur #7.Ben Avery21:28801“What Price Victory?” (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #17, October 1978) – MCC092http://comicbooktimemachine.com/what-price-victory-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-17-october-1978-mcc092/
Mon, 17 Oct 2016 02:18:57 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=792The "Claremont era" of John Carter: Warlord of Mars continues with part 2 The Assassins of Mars! How does it stack up to Wolfman's first half?The "Claremont era" of John Carter: Warlord of Mars continues with part 2 The Assassins of Mars! How does it stack up to Wolfman's first half?Ben Avery31:56792“Live from New York, It’s Saturday Night!” (Marvel Team-Up, October 1978) – MCC091http://comicbooktimemachine.com/live-from-new-york-its-saturday-night-marvel-team-up-october-1978-mcc091/
Mon, 10 Oct 2016 00:21:46 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=779NEW EPISODE! It's Spider-Man in one of his most outlandish team-ups: the cast of Saturday Night Live? It all makes sense, in a comic book sort of way...although the question remains: how in the world did this happen? Guest starring: Stan Lee!NEW EPISODE! It's Spider-Man in one of his most outlandish team-ups: the cast of Saturday Night Live? It all makes sense, in a comic book sort of way...although the question remains: how in the world did this happen? Guest starring: Stan Lee!Ben Avery34:05779“Roam on the Range” (Godzilla #15, October 1978) – MCC090http://comicbooktimemachine.com/roam-on-the-range-godzilla-15-october-1978-mcc090/
Thu, 06 Oct 2016 00:21:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=778NEW EPISODE! Go west, young kaiju! It's cowboys vs. kaiju and one side is WAY outmatched. (Spoiler: it's not the kaiju!)NEW EPISODE! Go west, young kaiju! It's cowboys vs. kaiju and one side is WAY outmatched. (Spoiler: it's not the kaiju!)Ben Avery24:55778“Death Rides the Big Balloons” (Human Fly #14, October 1978) – MCC089http://comicbooktimemachine.com/death-rides-the-big-balloons-human-fly-14-october-1978-mcc089/
Sun, 02 Oct 2016 00:22:08 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=780NEW EPISODE! Balloons! Tight ropes! Mute orphans! This one has it all... All except suspense, logical plots, and character decisions that make sense.NEW EPISODE! Balloons! Tight ropes! Mute orphans! This one has it all... All except suspense, logical plots, and character decisions that make sense.Ben Avery29:30780“The Hunter” (Star Wars #16, October 1978) – MCC088http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-hunter-star-wars-16-october-1978-mcc088/
Sat, 24 Sep 2016 19:52:10 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=776NEW EPISODE! A delightful "birthday" surprise for Ben, as new characters are introduced and old characters are revisited and MOVIE characters are almost forgotten! Almost. Bounty hunters and droid hatred abound in "The Hunter"!NEW EPISODE! A delightful "birthday" surprise for Ben, as new characters are introduced and old characters are revisited and MOVIE characters are almost forgotten! Almost. Bounty hunters and droid hatred abound in "The Hunter"!Ben Avery30:04776Ants and Aliens! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, September 1978) – MCC087http://comicbooktimemachine.com/ants-and-aliens-bens-bullpen-bulletin-september-1978-mcc086/
Sat, 17 Sep 2016 03:41:12 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=749Ben wraps up his coverage of September 1978's cover dated comics by taking a look at Machine Man and Devil Dinosaur #6 and the ads and copy found in this month's comics.Ben wraps up his coverage of September 1978's cover dated comics by taking a look at Machine Man and Devil Dinosaur #6 and the ads and copy found in this month's comics.Ben Avery35:03749“The Master Assassin of Mars” (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #16, September 1978) – MCC086http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-master-assassin-of-mars-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-16-september-1978-mcc086/
Thu, 25 Aug 2016 09:41:48 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=746The beginning of a new era: Chris Claremont is the new writer; Ernie Colon is the new artist; and a master assassin is the new antagonist! But who is the assassin?The beginning of a new era: Chris Claremont is the new writer; Ernie Colon is the new artist; and a master assassin is the new antagonist! But who is the assassin?Ben Avery15:44746“The Super Beasts” (Godzilla #13 September 1978) – MCC085http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-super-beasts-godzilla-13-september-1978-mcc085/
Sun, 21 Aug 2016 09:33:49 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=744It's Godzilla vs. three giant sized kaiju from another world...and the fate of the earth hangs in the balance. Fortunately, the Big G isn't alone...Dum dum Dugan and Gabe Jones are there! But are they enough?It's Godzilla vs. three giant sized kaiju from another world...and the fate of the earth hangs in the balance. Fortunately, the Big G isn't alone...Dum dum Dugan and Gabe Jones are there! But are they enough?Ben Avery21:18744“Slope of Death!” (The Human Fly #13, September 1978) – MCC084http://comicbooktimemachine.com/slope-of-death-the-human-fly-13-september-1978-mcc084/
Thu, 18 Aug 2016 09:27:12 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=742There's a stunt! Something goes wrong! Human Fly has to rescue people! So bad it's good? So bad it's bad? Or so mediocre it's mediocre? There's a LOT of comics in the world...and this is one of them.There's a stunt! Something goes wrong! Human Fly has to rescue people! So bad it's good? So bad it's bad? Or so mediocre it's mediocre? There's a LOT of comics in the world...and this is one of them.Ben Avery22:25742“Star Duel!” (Star Wars #15, September 1978) – MCC083http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-duel-star-wars-15-september-1978-mcc083/
Sun, 14 Aug 2016 09:15:35 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=740It's a duel of the scoundrels as Han Solo faces off with the pirate Crimson Jack to wrap up the remaining plot threads from issue #7!It's a duel of the scoundrels as Han Solo faces off with the pirate Crimson Jack to wrap up the remaining plot threads from issue #7!Ben Avery22:19740Home! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, August 1978) – MCC082http://comicbooktimemachine.com/home-bens-bullpen-bulletin-august-1978-mcc082/
Tue, 05 Jul 2016 02:57:19 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=731Taking a look at Machine Man #5 and Devil Dinosaur #5, Ben also looks at the ads and editorial copy of Marvel's August 1978 cover dated books!Taking a look at Machine Man #5 and Devil Dinosaur #5, Ben also looks at the ads and editorial copy of Marvel's August 1978 cover dated books!Ben Avery20:54731“Mad Dogs and Dinosaurs” (Man from Atlantis #4) – MCC081http://comicbooktimemachine.com/mad-dogs-and-dinosaurs-man-from-atlantis-4-mcc081/
Wed, 22 Jun 2016 04:10:59 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=729Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. It’s the final issue of Man from Atlantis! Ben wraps up his coverage of the comic and the TV show with an issue of the comic that goes from …Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. It’s the final issue of Man from Atlantis! Ben wraps up his coverage of the comic and the TV show with an issue of...Ben Avery37:37729The History Holocaust! (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #15 August 1978) – MCC080http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-history-holocaust-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-15-august-1978-mcc080/
Thu, 19 May 2016 00:13:41 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=720This issue: it's John Carter: Warlord of Earth? It's the power of SCIENCE vs the power of love as John Carter finds himself home...sort of.This issue: it's John Carter: Warlord of Earth? It's the power of SCIENCE vs the power of love as John Carter finds himself home...sort of.Ben Avery21:45720“Triax” (Godzilla #13 August 1978) – MCC079http://comicbooktimemachine.com/triax-godzilla-13-august-1978-mcc079/
Sun, 15 May 2016 02:22:22 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=718As two alien races war using giant monsters, earth and Godzilla are pulled into the conflict!As two alien races war using giant monsters, earth and Godzilla are pulled into the conflict!Ben Avery31:11718“Arnie’s Story” (The Human Fly #12, August 1978) – MCC078http://comicbooktimemachine.com/arnies-story-the-human-fly-12-august-1978-mcc078/
Thu, 05 May 2016 21:47:19 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=711Flashback...to that time when Human Fly's PR guy was a down on his luck out of work reporter and got his current job by jumping out of a plane to save Human Fly's life!Flashback...to that time when Human Fly's PR guy was a down on his luck out of work reporter and got his current job by jumping out of a plane to save Human Fly's life!Ben Avery24:36711“The Sound of Armageddon” (Star Wars #14, August 1978) – MCC077http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-sound-of-armageddon-star-wars-14-august-1978-mcc077/
Mon, 02 May 2016 18:52:23 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=709The water planet story arc ends here as Luke, Leia, Han, Chewie and the droids help when a war breaks out between the inhabitants of the planet!The water planet story arc ends here as Luke, Leia, Han, Chewie and the droids help when a war breaks out between the inhabitants of the planet!Ben Avery20:45709Alien Invasions! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, July 1978) – MCC076http://comicbooktimemachine.com/alien-invasions-bens-bullpen-bulletin-july-1978-mcc076/
Fri, 15 Apr 2016 02:24:48 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=693Taking a look at Machine Man #4 and Devil Dinosaur #4, both featuring invading aliens and big battles! Also, looking at the ads and editorial copy of Marvel's July 1978 cover dated books!Taking a look at Machine Man #4 and Devil Dinosaur #4, both featuring invading aliens and big battles! Also, looking at the ads and editorial copy of Marvel's July 1978 cover dated books!Ben Avery22:06693Tonight is the Night Helium Dies! (John Carter Warlord of Mars #14, July 1978) – MCC075http://comicbooktimemachine.com/tonight-is-the-night-helium-dies-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-14-july-1978-mcc075/
Mon, 11 Apr 2016 02:24:47 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=692The walking dead are marching on Helium and the plot marches off the rails! Lots of cool stuff happens, strung together by a story that struggles to make sense of its plot. But is it still awesome?The walking dead are marching on Helium and the plot marches off the rails! Lots of cool stuff happens, strung together by a story that struggles to make sense of its plot. But is it still awesome?Ben Avery20:08692Latitude: Ninety! (Man from Atlantis #6, July 1978) – MCC074http://comicbooktimemachine.com/latitude-ninety-man-from-atlantis-6-july-1978-mcc074/
Thu, 07 Apr 2016 11:24:47 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=691It's a lost world, complete with dinosaurs and ancient civilizations and treasure! Mark Harris faces danger and discovery unlike anything he;s ever seen...because most of what he has seen was done on a TV budget.It's a lost world, complete with dinosaurs and ancient civilizations and treasure! Mark Harris faces danger and discovery unlike anything he;s ever seen...because most of what he has seen was done on a TV budget.Ben Avery24:06691Sudden Death! (Human Fly #11, July 1978) – MCC073http://comicbooktimemachine.com/fall-of-the-superstars-human-fly-11-july-1978-mcc073/
Sun, 03 Apr 2016 11:24:46 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=690What happened on the day Human Fly tried to jump twenty-six buses in 1977? What happened after he failed? Find out here, as the comic book and real life meet in tragedy...and triumph?What happened on the day Human Fly tried to jump twenty-six buses in 1977? What happened after he failed? Find out here, as the comic book and real life meet in tragedy...and triumph?Ben Avery36:45690The Beta-Beast! (Godzilla #12, July 1978) – MCC072http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-beta-beast-godzilla-12-july-1978-mcc072/
Thu, 31 Mar 2016 11:24:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=689The Big-G vs. the Beta Beast, with two worlds hanging in the balance! With aliens, monsters, and kaiju battles, is this the most movie like of the Godzilla comics?The Big-G vs. the Beta Beast, with two worlds hanging in the balance! With aliens, monsters, and kaiju battles, is this the most movie like of the Godzilla comics?Ben Avery33:40689Day of the Dragon Lords! (Star Wars #13, July 1978) – MCC071http://comicbooktimemachine.com/day-of-the-dragon-lords-star-wars-13-july-1978-mcc071/
Sun, 27 Mar 2016 03:12:49 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=688It's space opera fantasy adventure fun as the back story of the water world society is revealed and war is engaged!
The old new adventures of the Star Wars universe continue!It's space opera fantasy adventure fun as the back story of the water world society is revealed and war is engaged! - The old new adventures of the Star Wars universe continue!Ben Avery24:06688Triceratops Head! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, June 1978) – MCC070http://comicbooktimemachine.com/triceratops-head-bens-bullpen-bulletin-june-1978-mcc070/
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 04:39:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=682Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. June 1978 brought aliens from the other side of the universe and a giant with a triceratops skull for a helmet — from the head and hand of Jack …Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. June 1978 brought aliens from the other side of the universe and a giant with a triceratops skull for a helmet — f...Ben Avery24:21682March of the Dead! (John Carter #13, June 1978) – MCC069http://comicbooktimemachine.com/march-of-the-dead-john-carter-13-june-1978-mcc069/
Mon, 14 Mar 2016 04:38:44 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=679Marv Wolfman continues his fantastic run on the pulp-tastic sci-fantasy all new adventures of John Carter!Marv Wolfman continues his fantastic run on the pulp-tastic sci-fantasy all new adventures of John Carter!Ben Avery28:49679Close Encounters of the Third Kind! (Marvel Super Special #3, June 1978) – MCC068http://comicbooktimemachine.com/close-encounters-of-the-third-kind-marvel-super-special-3-june-1978-mcc068/
Thu, 25 Feb 2016 01:02:19 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=675It's the comic book adaptation of Stephen Spielberg's sci-fi classic, Close Encounters of the Third Kind! How does it hold up compared to other adaptations? How does it hold up compared to the movie? And what compliment does Ben pay to it? The answers to these questions and more will be revealed!It's the comic book adaptation of Stephen Spielberg's sci-fi classic, Close Encounters of the Third Kind! How does it hold up compared to other adaptations? How does it hold up compared to the movie? And what compliment does Ben pay to it?Ben Avery29:49675Master of the World! (Man from Atlantis #5, June 1978) – MCC067http://comicbooktimemachine.com/master-of-the-world-man-from-atlantis-5-june-1978-mcc067/
Fri, 19 Feb 2016 04:46:48 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=671Part one of a three part story has a troubling female character and a final page that transcends the rest of the issue. Cliches abound, some of them bad, but not all of them!Part one of a three part story has a troubling female character and a final page that transcends the rest of the issue. Cliches abound, some of them bad, but not all of them!Ben Avery22:43671Down in the Mine! (Human Fly #10, June 1978) – MCC066http://comicbooktimemachine.com/down-in-the-mine-human-fly-10-june-1978-mcc066/
Mon, 15 Feb 2016 04:51:04 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=670Human Fly does a stunt! Human Fly helps some people! All in a day's work for Human Fly! But is it GOOD? Well, maybe...Human Fly does a stunt! Human Fly helps some people! All in a day's work for Human Fly! But is it GOOD? Well, maybe...Ben Avery22:43670Arena for Three! (Godzilla #11, June 1978) – MCC065http://comicbooktimemachine.com/arena-for-three-godzilla-11-june-1978-mcc065/
Tue, 09 Feb 2016 18:30:03 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=664It's Godzilla vs. Yetrigar vs. Red Ronin in a three-way Kaiju slugfest, with the lives of four random, thrill seeking white water rafters in the balance!It's Godzilla vs. Yetrigar vs. Red Ronin in a three-way Kaiju slugfest, with the lives of four random, thrill seeking white water rafters in the balance!Ben Avery24:09664Doomworld! (Star Wars #12, June 1978) – MCC064http://comicbooktimemachine.com/doomworld-star-wars-12-june-1978-mcc064/
Sat, 06 Feb 2016 04:48:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=660Luke was looking for a new rebel base, and now he's caught by pirates on a water world...
...while Han, Chewie, and Leia were looking for Luke, and now they're caught by pirates on a captured star destroyer, heading to that same water world!
The new adventures continue!Luke was looking for a new rebel base, and now he's caught by pirates on a water world... - ...while Han, Chewie, and Leia were looking for Luke, and now they're caught by pirates on a captured star destroyer, heading to that same water world! - Ben Avery20:41660SKYWALKER STRIKES, Star Wars 1-6 (2015) – MCC063http://comicbooktimemachine.com/skywalker-strikes-star-wars-1-6-2015-mcc063/
Thu, 28 Jan 2016 03:44:41 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=657It’s a new series! A new publisher! And a new canon! Ben explores the ongoing Star Wars series as it dives into new stories taking place directly after the first Star Wars movie!It’s a new series! A new publisher! And a new canon! Ben explores the ongoing Star Wars series as it dives into new stories taking place directly after the first Star Wars movie!Ben Avery25:02657Marvel’s Star Wars Movies Remastered (2015) – MCC062http://comicbooktimemachine.com/marvels-star-wars-movies-remastered-2015-mcc062/
Mon, 18 Jan 2016 03:33:06 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=647Marvel has re-colored it’s classic adaptations of the Star Wars original trilogy. Does it work? Is it worth buying? Is it just a cash grab, or does it make sense for them to create these “special editions”? And what other extras did they dig up to include within these hardcovers? Ben …Marvel has re-colored it’s classic adaptations of the Star Wars original trilogy. Does it work? Is it worth buying? Is it just a cash grab, or does it make sense for them to create these “special editions”?Ben Avery43:58647Two Second Sensational Senses Shattering Issues! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, May 1978) – MCC061http://comicbooktimemachine.com/two-second-sensational-senses-shattering-issues-bens-bullpen-bulletin-may-1978-mcc061/
Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:41:18 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=633We take a look inside the covers of the May 1978 books -- the ads, the copy-pages, a Twinkie ad -- and then open the pages of Jack Kirby's two 2001 successors: Machine Man and Devil Dinosaur!We take a look inside the covers of the May 1978 books -- the ads, the copy-pages, a Twinkie ad -- and then open the pages of Jack Kirby's two 2001 successors: Machine Man and Devil Dinosaur!Ben Avery31:35633Fortress of Bones! (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #12, May 1978) – MCC060http://comicbooktimemachine.com/fortress-of-bones-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-12-may-1978-mcc060/
Wed, 06 Jan 2016 14:19:18 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=632In a Gothic, bio-horror tale, John Carter and Tars Tarkis enter a fortress made of bones and skulls and face evil warriors also made of bones and skulls! (Or, I guess you could call them skeletons...)In a Gothic, bio-horror tale, John Carter and Tars Tarkis enter a fortress made of bones and skulls and face evil warriors also made of bones and skulls! (Or, I guess you could call them skeletons...)Ben Avery22:58632Freely Adapted! (Man from Atlantis #4, May 1978) – MCC059http://comicbooktimemachine.com/freely-adapted-man-from-atlantis-4-may-1978-mcc059/
Sun, 03 Jan 2016 13:05:38 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=630It's Mark Harris, the Man from Atlantis, vs. mind controlling spores from outer space!It's Mark Harris, the Man from Atlantis, vs. mind controlling spores from outer space!Ben Avery28:48630Sort of Guest Starring Daredevil! (Human Fly #9, May 1978) – MCC058http://comicbooktimemachine.com/sort-of-guest-starring-daredevil-human-fly-9-may-1978-mcc058/
Fri, 01 Jan 2016 02:59:12 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=628"...And Daredevil Makes Three" is a GREAT example...of a terrible team up. Take three heroes who have nothing to do with each other and then don't let them interact and this is what you get."...And Daredevil Makes Three" is a GREAT example...of a terrible team up. Take three heroes who have nothing to do with each other and then don't let them interact and this is what you get.Ben Avery25:41628Really BIG Bigfoot! (Godzilla #10, May 1978) – MCC057http://comicbooktimemachine.com/really-big-bigfoot-godzilla-10-may-1978-mcc057/
Mon, 28 Dec 2015 01:38:11 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=626Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. It’s Godzilla vs. Bigfoot! (A really, really BIG Bigfoot…but don’t let the name “Yetrigar” fool you…he’s Bigfoot!)Using Star Wars as a guideline, we’re exploring comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published from 1977 to 1986. It’s Godzilla vs. Bigfoot! (A really, really BIG Bigfoot…but don’t let the name “Yetrigar” fool you…he’s Bigfoot!)Ben Avery25:53626Star Search! (Star Wars #11, May 1978) – MCC056http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-search-star-wars-11-may-1978-mcc056/
Thu, 24 Dec 2015 17:09:30 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=623The continuing adventures, well, continue in "Star Search"! What is the fate of Luke from his ill-fated mission? What became of Princess Leia's rescue mission? And will Han Solo and Chewie join the gang soon?The continuing adventures, well, continue in "Star Search"! What is the fate of Luke from his ill-fated mission? What became of Princess Leia's rescue mission? And will Han Solo and Chewie join the gang soon?Ben Avery31:02623Kirby’s Cave Man and Machine Man! (Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin, April 1978) – MCC055http://comicbooktimemachine.com/kirbys-cave-man-and-machine-man-bens-bullpen-bulletin-april-1978-mcc055/
Wed, 11 Nov 2015 16:05:50 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=609Ben takes a look at three comics that were not licensed but that were related to their licensed books: a comic capitalizing on Star Wars' success; a continuation of 2001's Mr. Machine story; and a return to prehistory in the vein of Kirby's early 2001 stories.Ben takes a look at three comics that were not licensed but that were related to their licensed books: a comic capitalizing on Star Wars' success; a continuation of 2001's Mr. Machine story; and a return to prehistory in the vein of Kirby's early 2001 ...Ben Avery33:41609Dejah Thoris’ Origin! (John Carter: Warlord of Mars #11, April 1978) – MCC054http://comicbooktimemachine.com/dejah-thoris-origin-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-11-april-1978-mcc054/
Sun, 08 Nov 2015 16:05:36 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=608Inventory issue time! We get the backstory of John and Dejah's romance! And Ben gives a "good, bad, and ugly" breakdown!Inventory issue time! We get the backstory of John and Dejah's romance! And Ben gives a "good, bad, and ugly" breakdown!Ben Avery20:13608Big G Takes Vegas! (Godzilla: King of the Monsters #9, April 1978) – MCC053http://comicbooktimemachine.com/big-g-takes-vegas-godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-9-april-1978-mcc053/
Thu, 05 Nov 2015 16:20:43 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=607Godzilla goes to Vegas! And Ben finds himself reading a comic book Twilight Zone featuring giant "force of nature" dino-lizard-monsters!Godzilla goes to Vegas! And Ben finds himself reading a comic book Twilight Zone featuring giant "force of nature" dino-lizard-monsters!Ben Avery20:13607The Human Fly #8 (April 1978) – MCC052http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-human-fly-8-april-1978-mcc052/
Fri, 30 Oct 2015 04:46:03 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=596Real life stunt man Human Fly meets made up superhero White Tiger and minor super villain Copperhead. Also, he skateboards.Real life stunt man Human Fly meets made up superhero White Tiger and minor super villain Copperhead. Also, he skateboards.Ben Avery22:32596Man from Atlantis #3 (April 1978) – MCC051http://comicbooktimemachine.com/man-from-atlantis-3-april-1978-mcc051/
Mon, 26 Oct 2015 04:45:59 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=595Bill Mantlo's adventures of the TV super swimmer Mark Harris continue as last issue's cliffhanger gets resolved. The results are surprising.Bill Mantlo's adventures of the TV super swimmer Mark Harris continue as last issue's cliffhanger gets resolved. The results are surprising.Ben Avery25:16595Star Wars #10 (April 1978) – MCC050http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-10-april-1978-mcc050/
Thu, 22 Oct 2015 14:26:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=592Roy Thomas brought Star Wars to Marvel, but this is the issue George Lucas removed Roy Thomas from Star Wars. Wrapping up the first "expanded universe" storyline of original Star Wars, this storyline is historic, but is it good?Roy Thomas brought Star Wars to Marvel, but this is the issue George Lucas removed Roy Thomas from Star Wars. Wrapping up the first "expanded universe" storyline of original Star Wars, this storyline is historic, but is it good?Ben Avery30:59592John Carter: Warlord of Mars #10 (March 1978) – MCC049http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-10-march-1978-mcc049/
Fri, 09 Oct 2015 15:35:37 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=569Marv Wolfman wraps up his final chapter in the Air Pirates of Mars saga! It's the final showdown between John Carter and the Great One! Is it a satisfying conclusion?Marv Wolfman wraps up his final chapter in the Air Pirates of Mars saga! It's the final showdown between John Carter and the Great One! Is it a satisfying conclusion?Ben Avery30:19569Godzilla: King of the Monsters #4 (March 1978) – MCC048http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-4-march-1978-mcc048/
Wed, 07 Oct 2015 00:02:07 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=563Red Ronin has been a slow reveal, from the initial thoughts of a weapon that could take on Big G to seeing the plans to activating it but now, the big test: a battle between Red Ronin and Godzilla!Red Ronin has been a slow reveal, from the initial thoughts of a weapon that could take on Big G to seeing the plans to activating it but now, the big test: a battle between Red Ronin and Godzilla!Ben Avery21:43563Human Fly #7 (March 1978) – MCC047http://comicbooktimemachine.com/human-fly-7-march-1978-mcc047/
Sun, 04 Oct 2015 00:02:05 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=562Human Fly has to FIGHT THE BEAR!!!Human Fly has to FIGHT THE BEAR!!!Ben Avery28:19562Man from Atlantis #2 (March 1978) – MCC046http://comicbooktimemachine.com/man-from-atlantis-2-march-1978-mcc046/
Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:02:03 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=561Who is Mr. Schubert? Well, if you watched the TV show you'd know he's sort of a big deal. Or he's something of a deal on the show. Now? Thirty years later? He's a poorly introduced villain that makes this comic feel more James Bond than Aquaman. And he's Mark Harris' Big Bad...Who is Mr. Schubert? Well, if you watched the TV show you'd know he's sort of a big deal. Or he's something of a deal on the show. Now? Thirty years later? He's a poorly introduced villain that makes this comic feel more James Bond than Aquaman.Ben Avery23:41561Star Wars #9 (March 1978) – MCC045http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-9-march-1978-mcc045/
Sat, 26 Sep 2015 15:02:58 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=557As Star Wars continues with its expanded universe, is Roy Thomas able to break from just putting sci-fi paint on a classic story-telling rope, or is this new story just going to be paint by numbers?As Star Wars continues with its expanded universe, is Roy Thomas able to break from just putting sci-fi paint on a classic story-telling rope, or is this new story just going to be paint by numbers?Ben Avery30:18557John Carter: Warlord of Mars #9 (February 1978) – MCC044http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-9-february-1978-mcc044/
Thu, 16 Jul 2015 19:18:34 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=524John Carter's battle with the "Air Pirates of Mars" continues as Marv Wolfman continues an original tale not adapted from any book.John Carter's battle with the "Air Pirates of Mars" continues as Marv Wolfman continues an original tale not adapted from any book.Ben Avery23:04524Marvel Classics Comics #31: H.G. Wells The First Men in the Moon (February 1978) – MCC043http://comicbooktimemachine.com/marvel-classics-comics-31-h-g-wells-the-first-men-in-the-moon-february-1978-mcc043/
Thu, 02 Jul 2015 19:15:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=522Marvel's Classics Comics series featured a number of great works of literature, and in issue #31 they take on a foundational sci-fi work of space travel and alien life forms, The First Men in the Moon!Marvel's Classics Comics series featured a number of great works of literature, and in issue #31 they take on a foundational sci-fi work of space travel and alien life forms, The First Men in the Moon!Ben Avery24:12522Man from Atlantis #1 (February 1978) – MCC042http://comicbooktimemachine.com/man-from-atlantis-1-february-1978-mcc042/
Thu, 18 Jun 2015 19:02:04 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=520Another new series! This time, Marvel is bringing the prime time action series Man from Atlantis to life in a giant sized special #1 issue!Another new series! This time, Marvel is bringing the prime time action series Man from Atlantis to life in a giant sized special #1 issue!Ben Avery17:28520Godzilla: King of the Monsters #7 (February 1978) – MCC041http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-7-february-1978-mcc041/
Thu, 04 Jun 2015 18:56:53 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=518A new foe for the king of the monsters as Red Ronin jumps into action in Godzilla #7!A new foe for the king of the monsters as Red Ronin jumps into action in Godzilla #7!Ben Avery16:05518Human Fly #6 (February 1978) – MCC040http://comicbooktimemachine.com/human-fly-6-february-1978-mcc040/
Thu, 21 May 2015 18:50:25 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=516The Human Fly is still flying with "Fear in the Funhouse", the sixth issue in the exploits of the real life stunt man in the fictional Marvel universe.The Human Fly is still flying with "Fear in the Funhouse", the sixth issue in the exploits of the real life stunt man in the fictional Marvel universe.Ben Avery18:36516Star Wars #8 (February 1978) – MCC039http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-8-february-1978-mcc039/
Thu, 07 May 2015 18:47:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=514The first new Star Wars story line after the movie adaptation continues with a rip off, er, homage to, The Magnificent Seven.The first new Star Wars story line after the movie adaptation continues with a rip off, er, homage to, The Magnificent Seven.Ben Avery31:47514John Carter: Warlord of Mars #8 (January 1978) – MCC038http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-8-january-1978-mcc038/
Thu, 23 Apr 2015 18:40:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=512John Carter and Dejah Thoris take a well deserved skiing double date (?). But Martian double dates can't end well. And this one doesn't.John Carter and Dejah Thoris take a well deserved skiing double date (?). But Martian double dates can't end well. And this one doesn't.Ben Avery33:05512Godzilla: King of the Monsters #6 (January 1978) – MCC037http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-6-january-1978-mcc037/
Thu, 09 Apr 2015 04:19:21 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=510Godzilla's conflict with S.H.E.I.L.D. continues, as they roll out some new plans...Godzilla's conflict with S.H.E.I.L.D. continues, as they roll out some new plans...Ben Avery14:16510Human Fly #5 (January 1978) – MCC036http://comicbooktimemachine.com/human-fly-5-january-1978-mcc036/
Thu, 26 Mar 2015 04:15:58 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=507The Human Fly goes to great heights to help some children in this over the top tale. Does the book rise above the previous issues? Or does it fall once more?The Human Fly goes to great heights to help some children in this over the top tale. Does the book rise above the previous issues? Or does it fall once more?Ben Avery24:02507Star Wars #7 (January 1978) – MCC035http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-7-january-1978-mcc035/
Thu, 12 Mar 2015 04:13:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=505A brand new story, "beyond the movie," as they say, takes us into one of the earliest expanded universe stories of Star Wars' history!A brand new story, "beyond the movie," as they say, takes us into one of the earliest expanded universe stories of Star Wars' history!Ben Avery42:54505John Carter: Warlord of Mars #7 & Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin (December 1977) – MCC034http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-7-bens-bullpen-bulletin-december-1977-mcc034/
Thu, 05 Mar 2015 05:11:09 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=503Another month ends with another issue of John Carter: Warlord of Mars and Marv Wolfman's original story, "Air Pirates of Mars".Another month ends with another issue of John Carter: Warlord of Mars and Marv Wolfman's original story, "Air Pirates of Mars".Ben Avery18:09503Human Fly #4 (December 1977) – MCC033http://comicbooktimemachine.com/human-fly-4-december-1977-mcc033/
Thu, 26 Feb 2015 05:06:56 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=501Last issue of the adventures of real life stunt man Human Fly in the not so real life Marvel universe had Ben hooked with a cliffhanger...did it deliver?Last issue of the adventures of real life stunt man Human Fly in the not so real life Marvel universe had Ben hooked with a cliffhanger...did it deliver?Ben Avery15:44501Godzilla: King of the Monsters #5 (December 1977) – MCC032http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-5-december-1977-mcc032/
Thu, 19 Feb 2015 05:04:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=499More rompin', stompin' monster mayhem in Marvel's Godzilla!More rompin', stompin' monster mayhem in Marvel's Godzilla!Ben Avery12:19499Crazy Magazine #32 (December 1977) – MCC031http://comicbooktimemachine.com/crazy-magazine-32-december-1977-mcc031/
Thu, 12 Feb 2015 05:00:54 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=496As the movie adaptation ends, the movie PARODY makes its appearance in Crazy Magazine, Marvel's answer to Mad Magazine.As the movie adaptation ends, the movie PARODY makes its appearance in Crazy Magazine, Marvel's answer to Mad Magazine.Ben Avery11:07496Star Wars #6 (December 1977) – MCC030http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-6-december-1977-mcc030/
Fri, 06 Feb 2015 04:52:55 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=493Cover date December of '77 begins with the FINAL installment of Marvel's adaptation of the first movie!Cover date December of '77 begins with the FINAL installment of Marvel's adaptation of the first movie!Ben Avery38:58493John Carter: Warlord of Mars #6 (November 1977) – MCC029http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-6-november-1977-mcc029/
Thu, 29 Jan 2015 19:09:25 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=484Rounding out our coverage of cover date November 1977 is John Carter #6, continuing the excellent original story "Air Pirates of Mars"!Rounding out our coverage of cover date November 1977 is John Carter #6, continuing the excellent original story "Air Pirates of Mars"!Ben Avery28:34484Marvel Movie Special: The Deep (November 1977) – MCC028http://comicbooktimemachine.com/marvel-movie-special-the-deep-november-1977-mcc028/
Thu, 22 Jan 2015 19:02:50 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=482Peter Benchley, mastermind behind the novel Jaws, rode a wave of popularity that caused studios to go after more from him. In their deep dive for blockbuster treasure, they made The Deep, based on his novel of the same name, and Marvel comics was right there to help them promote the movie with a comic book adaptation!Peter Benchley, mastermind behind the novel Jaws, rode a wave of popularity that caused studios to go after more from him. In their deep dive for blockbuster treasure, they made The Deep, based on his novel of the same name,Ben Avery10:08482The Human Fly #3 (November 1977) – MCC027http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-human-fly-3-november-1977-mcc027/
Thu, 15 Jan 2015 18:59:06 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=479For the third issue, does The Human Fly get better? Or is it a nose dive off a cliff riding a mechanical bird?For the third issue, does The Human Fly get better? Or is it a nose dive off a cliff riding a mechanical bird?Ben Avery12:39479Godzilla: King of the Monsters #4 (November 1977) – MCC026http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-4-november-1977-mcc026/
Thu, 08 Jan 2015 18:57:06 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=477Marvel's Godzilla finally takes on a conflict that feels like an actual Toho movie!Marvel's Godzilla finally takes on a conflict that feels like an actual Toho movie!Ben Avery14:43477Star Wars #5 (November 1977) – MCC025http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-5-november-1977-mcc025/
Thu, 01 Jan 2015 18:53:15 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=475The penultimate chapter of the story from the first Star Wars movie!The penultimate chapter of the story from the first Star Wars movie!Ben Avery20:26475Marv Wolfman Interview and John Carter Warlord of Mars Annual #1 (October 1977) – MCC024http://comicbooktimemachine.com/marv-wolfman-interview-and-john-carter-warlord-of-mars-annual-1-october-1977-mcc024/
Thu, 25 Dec 2014 18:39:40 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=473As part of our coverage of John Carter: Warlord of Mars Annual #1, we interview Marv Wolfman!As part of our coverage of John Carter: Warlord of Mars Annual #1, we interview Marv Wolfman!Ben Avery1:15:40473The Island of Dr. Moraeu: A Marvel Movie Special (October 1977) – MCC023http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-island-of-dr-moraeu-a-marvel-movie-special-october-1977-mcc023/
Thu, 18 Dec 2014 18:42:29 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=471The comic book adaptation of the movie adaptation of the book. H.G. Wells meets '70's cinema in comic form!The comic book adaptation of the movie adaptation of the book. H.G. Wells meets '70's cinema in comic form!Ben Avery18:45471The Human Fly #2 (October 1977) – MCC022http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-human-fly-2-october-1977-mcc022/
Thu, 11 Dec 2014 18:31:28 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=469The Human Fly #2...is not great.The Human Fly #2...is not great.Ben Avery23:23469Godzilla: King of the Monsters #3 (October 1977) – MCC021http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-3-october-1977-mcc021/
Thu, 04 Dec 2014 18:23:32 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=467Godzilla? Check! S.H.E.I.L.D.? Check! Hercules? Check! Black Widow? Check! Godzilla vs. The Champions...who will be the all time champion? And who will have a helicarrier crash into the San Francisco bay?Godzilla? Check! S.H.E.I.L.D.? Check! Hercules? Check! Black Widow? Check! Godzilla vs. The Champions...who will be the all time champion? And who will have a helicarrier crash into the San Francisco bay?Ben Avery21:08467John Carter: Warlord of Mars #5 (October 1977) – MCC020http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-5-october-1977-mcc020/
Thu, 27 Nov 2014 18:21:17 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=465More of Marv and Marvel's mayhem on Mars!More of Marv and Marvel's mayhem on Mars!Ben Avery18:58465Star Wars #4 (October 1977) – MCC019http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-4-october-1977-mcc019/
Thu, 20 Nov 2014 18:19:11 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=463Star Wars continues as we enter to back half of the adaptation of the first movie!Star Wars continues as we enter to back half of the adaptation of the first movie!Ben Avery36:22463The Human Fly #1 (September 1977) – MCC018http://comicbooktimemachine.com/the-human-fly-1-september-1977-mcc018/
Thu, 13 Nov 2014 18:16:26 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=461It's another brand new series, this one based not on a book, movie, or toy...but on a REAL PERSON! But it's still set in the Marvel universe!It's another brand new series, this one based not on a book, movie, or toy...but on a REAL PERSON! But it's still set in the Marvel universe!Ben Avery32:48461John Carter: Warlord of Mars #4 (September 1977) – MCC017http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-4-september-1977-mcc017/
Thu, 06 Nov 2014 18:11:57 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=459Marv Wolfman continues his original John Carter story, "Air Pirates of Mars" as John Carter continues his own quest and we continue our exploration of this fantastic series!Marv Wolfman continues his original John Carter story, "Air Pirates of Mars" as John Carter continues his own quest and we continue our exploration of this fantastic series!Ben Avery22:13459Godzilla: King of the Monsters #2 (September 1977) – MCC016http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-2-september-1977-mcc016/
Thu, 30 Oct 2014 16:58:39 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=456Godzilla continues his rampage across the Marvel universe's North America!Godzilla continues his rampage across the Marvel universe's North America!Ben Avery20:294562001: A Space Odyssey #10 — the FINAL issue! (September 1977) – MCC015http://comicbooktimemachine.com/2001-a-space-odyssey-10-the-final-issue-september-1977-mcc015/
Thu, 23 Oct 2014 16:43:47 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=454The journey began with Jack Kirby's 2001. Now, his 2001: A Space Odyssey comic ends with issue #10.The journey began with Jack Kirby's 2001. Now, his 2001: A Space Odyssey comic ends with issue #10.Ben Avery23:41454Star Wars #3 (September 1977) – MCC014http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-3-september-1977-mcc014/
Thu, 16 Oct 2014 16:39:44 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=452Our journey through the Star Wars movie adaptation continues as we start a new month: cover date September 1977!Our journey through the Star Wars movie adaptation continues as we start a new month: cover date September 1977!Ben Avery33:38452Godzilla: King of the Monsters #1 (August 1977) – MCC013http://comicbooktimemachine.com/godzilla-king-of-the-monsters-1-august-1977-mcc013/
Thu, 09 Oct 2014 16:36:45 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=450Godzilla stomps on the scene as Marvel develops a new series based on the Toho's king of all monsters and the Marvel universe must cope, sending in some of S.H.E.I.L.D.'s best and brightest!Godzilla stomps on the scene as Marvel develops a new series based on the Toho's king of all monsters and the Marvel universe must cope, sending in some of S.H.E.I.L.D.'s best and brightest!Ben Avery24:33450John Carter: Warlord of Mars #3 (August 1977) – MCC012http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-3-august-1977-mcc012/
Thu, 02 Oct 2014 16:34:20 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=448Wolfman's fantastic John Carter story continues!Wolfman's fantastic John Carter story continues!Ben Avery17:294482001: A Space Odyssey #9 (August 1977) – MCC011http://comicbooktimemachine.com/2001-a-space-odyssey-9-august-1977-mcc011/
Thu, 25 Sep 2014 16:31:22 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=446Jack Kirby continues his bonkers run on 2001: A Space Odyssey, continuing to distance himself from the source material, and also continuing to grow Ben's appreciation of him.Jack Kirby continues his bonkers run on 2001: A Space Odyssey, continuing to distance himself from the source material, and also continuing to grow Ben's appreciation of him.Ben Avery18:29446Star Wars #2 (August 1977) – MCC010http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-2-august-1977-mcc010/
Thu, 18 Sep 2014 16:14:03 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=444Beginning a new cover date month to cover, we jump back into the Star Wars action with Star Wars issue #2!Beginning a new cover date month to cover, we jump back into the Star Wars action with Star Wars issue #2!Ben Avery35:16444Ben’s Bullpen Bulletin (July 1977) – MCC009http://comicbooktimemachine.com/bens-bullpen-bulletin-july-1977-mcc009/
Thu, 11 Sep 2014 16:04:18 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=442Wrapping up coverage of July 1977, Ben takes a look at some of the extra materials found in the comics, like ads and publishing notices.Wrapping up coverage of July 1977, Ben takes a look at some of the extra materials found in the comics, like ads and publishing notices.Ben Avery16:10442John Carter: Warlord of Mars #2 (July 1977) – MCC008http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-2-july-1977-mcc008/
Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:02:46 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=440John Carter continues its run with part two of its long running "Air Pirates of Mars" original story!John Carter continues its run with part two of its long running "Air Pirates of Mars" original story!Ben Avery15:204402001: A Space Odyssey #8 (July 1977) – MCC007http://comicbooktimemachine.com/2001-a-space-odyssey-8-july-1977-mcc007/
Sat, 30 Aug 2014 18:20:14 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=4912001: A Space Odyssey may not seem like a natal match for a comic series by Jack Kirby, but Kirby takes it and makes it his own, expanding on his own ideas of the mythology the source material never intended!2001: A Space Odyssey may not seem like a natal match for a comic series by Jack Kirby, but Kirby takes it and makes it his own, expanding on his own ideas of the mythology the source material never intended!Ben Avery15:20491Logan’s Run #7 (July 1977) – MCC006http://comicbooktimemachine.com/logans-run-7-july-1977-mcc006/
Thu, 28 Aug 2014 15:43:58 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=433In this episode, it's the FINAL issue of Marvel's Logan's Run series, and it ends on a cliffhanger! With no resolution. Ever. Cue the sad trombone.In this episode, it's the FINAL issue of Marvel's Logan's Run series, and it ends on a cliffhanger! With no resolution. Ever. Cue the sad trombone.Ben Avery11:50433Star Wars #1 (July 1977) – MCC005http://comicbooktimemachine.com/star-wars-1-july-1977-mcc005/
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 15:44:18 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=431Finally! We get to talk about Star Wars, issue #1, the first part in the SIX PART adaptation of the first Star Wars movie!!!Finally! We get to talk about Star Wars, issue #1, the first part in the SIX PART adaptation of the first Star Wars movie!!!Ben Avery35:28431John Carter: Warlord of Mars #1 (pre-Star Wars) – MCC004http://comicbooktimemachine.com/john-carter-warlord-of-mars-1-pre-star-wars-mcc004/
Thu, 14 Aug 2014 15:45:02 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=428As we lead up to the Star Wars series, we look at John Carter: Warlord of Mars, a sci-fi series that inspired Star Wars!As we lead up to the Star Wars series, we look at John Carter: Warlord of Mars, a sci-fi series that inspired Star Wars!Ben Avery11:01428Logan’s Run #1-6 (pre-Star Wars) – MCC003http://comicbooktimemachine.com/logans-run-1-6-pre-star-wars-mcc003/
Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:45:52 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=426A close look at Logan's Run, the comic series that adapted the movie and then started out on it's own path with some new stories.A close look at Logan's Run, the comic series that adapted the movie and then started out on it's own path with some new stories.Ben Avery14:38426Jack Kirby’s 2001: a Space Odyssey Treasury Special to #7 (pre-Star Wars) – MCC002http://comicbooktimemachine.com/jack-kirbys-2001-a-space-odyssey-treasury-special-to-7-pre-star-wars-mcc002/
Thu, 31 Jul 2014 15:51:13 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=424Before we dive into the Star Wars era, we look at some comics leading up to the Star Wars series, beginning with jack Kirby's 2001: A Space Odyssey, from the adaptation of the movie to the first seven issues of the comic series!Before we dive into the Star Wars era, we look at some comics leading up to the Star Wars series, beginning with jack Kirby's 2001: A Space Odyssey, from the adaptation of the movie to the first seven issues of the comic series!Ben Avery35:33424Introduction to the Experiment – MCC001http://comicbooktimemachine.com/introduction-to-the-experiment-mcc001/
Thu, 24 Jul 2014 15:51:44 +0000http://comicbooktimemachine.com/?p=403The beginning of a comic podcasting experiment: using Star Wars as a guideline, we're going through almost all of the comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published while they were publishing Star Wars, from 1977 to 1986.The beginning of a comic podcasting experiment: using Star Wars as a guideline, we're going through almost all of the comic books based on licensed properties that Marvel Comics published while they were publishing Star Wars, from 1977 to 1986.Ben Avery16:09403